• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head of IT


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 10 - 15 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Job Introduction

• Adexen was mandated by a large FMCG company to recruit an experienced Head of IT for its operations. The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Develops the IT strategy, plans, policies and procedures in line with the corporate strategy


• Develops and implements company-wide information security measures


• Prepares the annual IT budget and monitors expenditure to ensure adequate return on IT investments


• Provide ERP application support for all ERP systems users across the company


• Create documentation and procedures guidelines for ERP systems users


• Lead ERP projects such as platform installations, upgrades and migrations, data extracts for financial or audit purposes, integration with other mobile and cloud apps.


• Leverage change and release management process to ensure all platform updates and upgrades are thoroughly tested and signed-off prior to go-live.


• Manages the delivery of seamless IT services to users across the Group in line with business requirements and agreed service level standards


• Directs the development and execution of company-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plans


• Ensures availability of robust IT platforms and infrastructure to support Polo’s business operations


• Identifies and exploits technological innovations and opportunities that assist in achieving organisational objectives


• Develops IT contracting and procurement strategies based on company approved procedures


• Identify, compare, select and implement technology solutions to meet current and future needs


• Negotiates and drives the enforcement of Service Level Agreements with contractors to ensure continuous delivery of IT services


• Develops and implements company-wide information security procedures and evaluating business risks associated with critical IT operations


• Directs and oversees usability tests on new software applications


• Reviews software documentation to ensure they are up to date, accurate and sufficiently descriptive


• Plans, implements and controls projects related to the selection, acquisition, development, installation and maintenance of major information systems


• Reviews the performance of applications to ensure their capacity to support changing business demands


• Manages the performance of and provides career development support to all Information and Communication Technology staff

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or electronic engineering


• Master's degree is a plus


• Background of at least 10 - 15 years specializing ICT core functions, ERP Development, and other ICT Security solutions


• Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation


• Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations


• Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities


• A strong strategic and business mindset


• Excellent organizational and leadership skills


• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities


• Team management experience